Chinese naval exercises in Tasman Sea may strengthen NZ-AUKUS ties
Monday 24 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story University of Waikato, Chinese Navy, Alexander Gillespie, Royal Australian Navy
Three Chinese naval vessels recently conducted live-fire exercises in international waters off the Australian coast. Professor Alexander Gillespie suggests these war games in the Tasman Sea could prompt New Zealand to deepen its relationships with traditional allies and move closer to AUKUS.
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